Your State Your Offering

He was an honored scholar, a decorated World War II bombardier, a successful businessman, a dedicated missions director, and a devoted husband and father. Even though Rheubin L. South was known for many things, his greatest legacy is the missions offering he left behind that continues to champion efforts that help many hear about Jesus Christ every year.

The fifth of nine children, Margaret McRae Lackey was born in Copiah County, Mississippi, on October 24, 1858. Her parents were James and Elizabeth Lackey. After graduating from Hillman College (now Mississippi Christian University) in Clinton, she worked as a teacher at Lea Female College in Summit and later returned to Clinton to work at Hillman College.

Growth estimates for the Sunshine State suggest a population increase of more than 300,000 people annually. Those relocating are ethnically diverse, meaning the nations are moving to Florida, and Flor

Nicy Murphy, born May 16, 1911, offered a life of selfless service, influencing thousands through WMU leadership, teaching English, and writing. The Colorado Missions Offering in Honor of Nicy Murphy

How does a small-town, southern woman end up serving God almost as far north as she could go? The answer is Valeria Sherard’s story. Valeria Sherard (Va-LAIR-uh SHARE-id) was born in rural Mississippi

Dixie Farrior Jackson certainly never envisioned her name would one day be attached to an offering for state missions. Born May 6, 1860, in Louisiana, Dixie lived with the security of loving Christian

Two women. Different generations. Different gifts and skills. Different arenas for serving God. What might Kathleen Mallory and Martha Myers have had in common? The God they served. The Alabama state